More entries than ever for 2013 Lilac Festival Parade

Officers of the Monroe County Sheriff's Mounted Unit were the first 2012 Lilac Festival Parade participants in the lineup last year. Voices from the audience thanking them for their service were audible.

In their honor, the Webster Police Department and West Webster Fire Department will lead the parade, followed by the Webster Schroeder High School Marching Band.

The parade will have more entries than ever this year, with more than 20 marching bands, the Damascus mini cars and more.

The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at South Avenue and Science Parkway, and travels up South to Highland Avenue, then follows Highland to Goodman Street. Shuttle buses from Monroe Community College will run early on Saturday to allow for parade watchers.

What is missing from the parade this year? The Lilac Queen.

There was no Lilac Queen pageant this year. It has not been determined if the pageant will return next year.